Shopping Guide News - September 18, 2024

Local volunteer feels a sense of completion serving others

By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer

“When I’m volunteering, I feel a sense of completion — that life’s full and worthwhile.” stated Marianne Christenson, Rochester. “I’ve been very blessed in my own life. I retired from Edward Jones in 2020. So, I have the time to serve the community.”

Christenson volunteers at the United Ministry food pantry and is on the Salvation Army board, where she has authority to write checks. “I truly believe in the United Ministry’s cause. We help people in need.”

She works at the food pantry from 1-3 p.m. Fridays. “When people come to the food pantry to get supplies for their family, they sit down and talk to me first. They fill out an application at The Cross Church. We keep a record of their address and the size of their household. Unfortunately, some who come to us are homeless. Those with more members in their households get more food. Those with a smaller family will get less.” Those coming to the food pantry can list the things they need and also note the things they do not need. “We don’t have a lot of refrigeration. We have frozen meat or hot dogs.

But the choices are limited. After first-timers check in with me, other volunteers fill their grocery supplies. Then they simply go to the back and pick up their supplies.”

Christenson enjoys conversing with the people. “I get to know their situations and stories. Many of them have fallen on hard times. Some have been needy for generations. With a lack of education and having a poor paying job, life is hard, especially for those with families.”

The food pantry thrives on donations from the community. “Kroger’s sends us their excess bread. They are one of our largest donors. Our volunteer Don Abbott goes shopping for supplies using money donated to us. The Salvation Army of Fulton County gives us 70% of their money from the Christmas Kettles. This year they gave us $20,600. We spent the last of it in August.”

Christenson also volunteers in the United Ministries outreach program. “Families complete an application for help with rent, mortgage or utility payments. Again, the majority have fallen on hard times. Perhaps they are ill or have lost their job. Many work at low paying jobs.”

Unfortunately, some fami-

lies are prone to hard times. “Education is so important. People who have problems with literacy and little schooling often have children and grandchildren who will be in the same boat.”

The Salvation Army has an emergency fund for fire victims.

“It’s especially sad when people come in needing everything.

They’ve lost it all.” Christenson volunteers on the board of the Fulton County Salvation Army.

“I consider myself a small part of the operations as a volunteer. Donors are the people who keep things going. We depend a lot on the support of area churches.”

Christenson has lived in Rochester most of her life. “I’m so glad to live in such a gener-

ous, thoughtful community.” She and her husband Don have been married 29 years. Christenson has two sons. The couple have five grandchildren. “The highpoint of our summer is the family vacation we take to Kentucky Lake. Everyone is there — kids and grandchildren. We’ve vacationed together the past nine years. We have a fish fry at the end of our stay.”

Rochester FFA to host annual pork chop dinner

The Rochester Future Farmers of America chapter will host the annual pork chop dinner at 5 p.m. until the start of the Rochester vs. Peru football game on Friday, Sept. 27. It will be on the practice football field.

Tickets are $15 each for the pork chop or chicken meal. Dine in or carry-out is available. People may get tickets from any FFA member or at the main office.

For more information, contact the Rochester High School main office, 574-223-2176.

MARIANNE CHRISTENSON

Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors is a column in which readers share friendly advice. To ask or answer questions, write ‘the PAPER’, Good Neighbors, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542; fax 800-886-3796; or e-mail abias@the-papers.com. Please no phone calls.

Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad.

This column will now run every other week.

New questions

Kid’s pedal tractor — I am looking for a kid’s John Deere pedal tractor or any other brand. Please text a picture to my cell number or call me at (574) 377-4513.

Dog sitter — I am looking for a dog sitter in the area of Macy, Rochester, Akron or surrounding area. Call (260) 437-9994.

Seeking information — Looking for the daughter of Walter Riley. He was in Greencroft, Middlebury. After he passed away, I purchased the rest of his railroad collection. You can come to watch your Dad’s train run. Call (574) 536-7204.

Old sewing baskets — We are looking for sewing baskets, full or empty. Also, old wooden spools, thread or anything sewing related. No material for now, please. Drop off at The Thread Shed, 4663 Filbert Trail, Bremen, or call Ruby at (574) 546-2271.

Woodlawn Health hosts Congressman Rudy Yakym

Woodlawn Health is again lending its voice to advocate for rural communities, especially regarding maternity care, by recently hosting Congressman Rudy Yakym.

Beckers Hospital Review stated that maternity service closures, with 25 in 2024, are a national concern.

“Today, we find ourselves in a maternity desert, a stark reality where the nearest maternity unit is over 30 miles away. This predicament has been exacerbated by the closure of four hospitals in our vicinity, resulting from both low-patient numbers and insufficient reimbursement,” Alan Fisher, CEO of Woodlawn Health, told Yakym.

Yakym heard about issues facing rural health in his district. He also toured the hospital and met with staff.

“We are so honored to host the congressman today. We appreciate him taking the time to stop and thank our front-line team for their daily care for our community,” Fisher stated.

CONGRESSMAN

Congressman Rudy

issues facing rural health in his district. Shown with Yakym are Woodlawn Health CEO Alan Fisher, and Chief Nursing Officer Paula McKinney. Photo provided by Woodlawn Health.

THERAPY IN SESSION — Congressman Rudy Yakym visited Woodlawn Health recently and is shown in the therapy department at Woodlawn Health.

Shown from left are Tirzah McCloud Garrett, Renae Bickle, Tammy Holdread, Alex Bahney, Yakym, and Katherine Middleton. Photo provided by Woodlawn Health.

VISITS WOODLAWN HEALTH —

Yakym, middle, recently visited Woodlawn Health to discuss

Change in our obituary policies effective Oct. 7

Effective Monday, Oct. 7, there will be a charge for obituary notices published in The Shopping Guide News of Fulton County.

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Coleen Goforth Quality Engineer

Coleen Goforth, 54, Fulton, passed away at 6:41 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, at St. Vincent Heart Center, Carmel.

She was born on May 2, 1970, in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Henry and Sarah (Rose) Baer.

COLEEN GOFORTH

Coleen had worked as a quality engineer at Lyntech Engineering in Rochester and had worked for over 25 years at Federal Mogul/Carter Fuel Systems in Logansport. She had been a member of the Fulton Baptist Temple and enjoyed playing bingo, traveling and sewing.

Survivors include her sons, Austin Goforth, Logansport, and Dustin (Natalie) Goforth, Wabash; grandchildren, Delilah Goforth and Bentley Goforth, both of Wabash; siblings, Randy Baer, Delaware, Ohio, Terry Baer, Lafayette, Ivan Baer, Lafayette, Laurie Baer, Florida, Bonney Army, Indianapolis, and Mellissa (Kevin) Tatman, Logansport; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Thomas Baer; and sisters, Pamela Baer and Meloney Baer.

Friends visited from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Fulton Baptist Temple Center, 109 Wright St., Fulton.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

David A. Pike

U.S.

Air Force Veteran

David A. “Radar” Pike, 74, Rochester, passed away at 12:53 a.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born on Dec. 15, 1949, in Rochester, the son of Forest H. and Mary (Young) Pike.

David was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the United States Air Force. He had worked at Main Street Tavern, Salty’s and at a Rochester liquor store. He was a member of the American Legion and lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In his leisure time, he enjoyed listening to music.

Survivors include his brothers, Richard “Fuzzy” (Penny) Pike, Rochester, and Mark (Cindy) Pike, Macy; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding David in death were his parents and sister, Sally Pike Bell.

No services are scheduled at this time. Burial will be at the Citizens Cemetery, Rochester, at a later date.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

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Karen T. Tostevin Former Machine Operator

Karen T. Tostevin, 79, Rochester, passed away peacefully at 8:06 a.m. Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

She was born on June 2, 1945, in the Village of West Haverstraw, N.Y., the daughter of William and Ann (Shanahan) Kenney. On Aug. 11, 1963, in Haverstraw, N.Y., she married Richard M. Tostevin Sr. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2010.

KAREN T. TOSTEVIN

Karen worked as a machine operator in Danielson, Conn., and at Wal-Mart in Rochester. She enjoyed crocheting.

A special thank you to all the surgeons, nurses and staff, both in the ICU and general care unit at Memorial Hospital.

She is survived by her sons, Richard “Rick” (Pam) Tostevin Sr., Rochester, and John (Allison) Tostevin, Lenoir, N.C.; eight loving grandchildren; eight loving great-grandchildren; and her cat, Jett.

Preceding her in death were her parents and seven siblings.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.

Memorials may be made to your local Animal Humane Society.

Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Clayton ‘Lee’ Burnett

A Native Of North Carolina

Clayton “Lee” Burnett, 61, Culver, passed away at 11:58 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, at his residence.

On Jan. 24, 1963, Clayton Lee was born in Fort Bragg, N.C., to Larry and LaVonda Eileen Murry Burnett.

Left to cherish his memories are his father, Larry Burnett of Culver; sister, Heather Stutzman of Culver; a brother, Brian Burnett of Kokomo; significant other, Shellie Ferrell, Culver; his children, Chris McVicar (Mandie) of Culver, Allen (Kayla) McVicar of Argos and Wesley McVicar, Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Adaline and Oliver McVicar and Sylas McVicar; five nieces and nephews, Nathan Burnett, Belinda (Trenton) Davidson, MaKayla (Andrew) Lisek, Rebecca Stutzman and Spencer Jobbe; and great-nieces and nephews, Noah Davis, Judah Davidson, Aurora and Marleigh Lisek, who he adored.

Clayton was preceded in death by his mother, LaVonda E. Burnett, on Aug. 18, 2019.

A celebration of the life of Clayton “Lee” Burnett will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at the Whippoorwill Community Church, 4795 N. 200W, Rochester.

Memorials may be made to the Whippoorwill Community Church.

The Good Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Zia Rae Carpenter-Rubies

Kayleen Vannostrand and Jeremiah Carpenter Rubies, Rochester, are the parents of a daughter, Zia Rae, born at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, in Woodlawn Health. She weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19 inches long. She joins siblings: Luna 7, Esmae 5, and Kaylani, 1.

Maternal grandparent is Michele Arnett, Rochester. Paternal grandparents are Renee Rubies, Rochester, and Devonne Carpenter, Rochester. Maternal great-grandparents are Victoria and Jim Bartlett, Rochester. Paternal great-grandparents are Vincent and Mary Jane Rubies, deceased.

Isaac David Ballinger

Molly Henderson and Dylan Ballinger, Plymouth, are the parents of

Harry D. Van Dalsen

Harry D. Van Dalsen Sr., 85, Macy, died Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in his residence.

He was born on March 9, 1939.

He is survived by his son, Harry D. (Tracey) Van Dalsen Jr.; four daughters, Jewel Van Dalsen, Jill (Mike) Young, Jane (Jeff) Mullikin and Haley Denise Van Dalsen; nine grandchildren; brother-in-law, James O. Prior; and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Deverl N. and Margaret L. (Fitzpatrick) Van Dalsen; and one sister, Janice Kay Prior.

Funeral services were Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Interment was in Plainview Cemetery, Macy.

Memorial contributions may be made to Macy Food Pantry or Plainview Cemetery.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at mcclainfh.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

Marlene Joyce ‘Mar’ Nelson

a son, Isaac David, born at 6:03 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, in Woodlawn Health. He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Dennis and Carlene Henderson, Plymouth. Paternal grandparents are Rocky Ballinger and Rosie Campbell. Maternal great-grandparents are Dave and Gwen Scheetz.

Madeline Grace Mechling Noah and Beth Mechling, Argos, are the parents of a daughter, Madeline Grace Mechling, born at 10:05 a.m. Monday, July 1, in Woodlawn Health. She weighed 6 pounds, and 14.5 ounces, and was 19.75 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Dan and Jo Ann Piper, Peru. Paternal grandparents are Nathan and Candie Mechling, Argos.

Marlene Joyce “Mar” Nelson, 85, Elmhurst, Ill., formerly of Winamac and Griffith, died Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. She was born on Feb. 13, 1939. On June 28, 1957, she married Arnold “Arnie” Nelson; who preceded her in death on Sept. 11, 2010.

She is survived by two sons, Mark (Diann) Nelson and Matthew (Christine) Nelson; daughter, Kay (Darrin Doan) Nelson; 10 grandchildren; brother-in-law, Nels (Mary) Nelson; several nieces and nephews; and her fluffy dog, Bella Star.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gustav and Esther (Struck) Bensch; son, Bruce Nelson; two sisters, Dorothy (Beryl) Bratton and Delorse (Harvey) Lohse; and brother, Lester (Bette) Bensch.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m Friday, Sept. 27, at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) Winamac.

A celebration of life service will be from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at 100 South Restaurant, Elmhurst, Ill. Online condolences can be shared with the family at frainmortary.com

Arrangements were entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Mina Irene Armacost Hyukhee and Evan Armacost, Culver, are the parents of a daughter, Mina Irene, born at 7:26 p.m. Friday, June 28, in Woodlawn Health. She weighed 6 pounds, 12.5 ounces, and was 19.75 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Agnes Lee, and Ok Kwon, Seoul, North Korea. Paternal grandparents are Cynthia Judge, Evanston, Ill., and Brad Armacost, Evanston, Ill.

Karter Douglas Fitz Ashley Crum, and Shane Fitz, Winamac, are the parents of a son, Karter Douglas, born at 2:17 a.m. Friday, July 12, in Woodlawn Health. He weighed 6 pounds, 10.5 ounces, and was 18 inches long. He joins sibling, Keyara, 6.

DAVID A. PIKE

CLAYTON BURNETT

MARLENE JOYCE ‘MAR’ NELSON

HARRY D. VAN DALSEN

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Don Duzenbery

Extraordinary Craftsman

Former Rochester resident Don Duzenbery, 88 of Plymouth, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 3:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.

DON DUZENBERY

On March 22, 1936, Donald Roy Duzenbery was born in Rochester to Wendell Samuel and Marjoria F. Kochenderfer Duzenbery. Growing up he shared his childhood with a brother, Dick, and sister, Barbara. Don graduated from Talma High School in 1955. During his high school years, he was a member of the Talma Tiger basketball team.

In Ocala, Fla., Donald Roy Duzenbery and Janice M. Nichols were married on Dec. 15, 1977. They shared over 40 years of life’s adventures. This included 23 years in Florida’s Gulf Coast Bonita Springs from 19842006, before returning to northern Indiana.

Gifted with his hands, Don was an extraordinary craftsman as a finish carpenter and woodworker. While living in Indiana, he was a member of his brother-in-law’s John Hunter Construction team, finishing many custom-built homes for the families they served. Don was steady, meticulous and focused on every detail, always achieving perfection. While in Florida, he was a member of the Best Carpentry Builders, Bonita Springs. He was so accomplished that in a single day he could finish out a home with crown moulding, intricate base and trim and hang the doors.

Accumulating a vast collection of tools, Don was at home in his workshop. It was here where he relaxed, creating heirloom furniture pieces like entertainment centers, desks and dressers, hand selecting the species of wood for the finished product.

Left to cherish Don’s memory are eight children, Rick (Deb) Kramer, Greer, S.C., David (Tami) Duzenbery, Rockfield, Chris (Donna) Duzenbery, Plainfield, Mike Duzenbery, Rochester, Scott Sopher, Fort Myers, Fla., Pat Duzenbery, Rochester, Kim (Ed) Willyerd, Plymouth, and Colleen (Rob) Norman, Delphi; grandson, Jarod Duzenbery; brother, Richard “Dick” Duzenbery, Akron; and nieces and nephews.

Preceding Don in death are his parents; wife, Janice Duzenbery on June 13, 2018; son, Brent “Cozmo” Kramer on June 13, 2009; and sister, Barbara Hunter on April 1, 2012.

A celebration of the life of Donald R. Duzenbery will be at 2 p.m. Thursday Sept. 19, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Pastor Mark Harmon will officiate. Friends may visit with the family from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service. Burial will follow in Athens Hoover Cemetery.

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to his family at goodfamilyfh.com.

Donnabelle Rogers Woodlawn Hospital Auxiliary Volunteer

Donnabelle Rogers, 97, Winamac, longtime resident of Rochester, passed away at 12:25 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, at Hickory Creek of Winamac.

She was born on April 29, 1927, in Buffalo, the daughter of George and Betty (Winegardner) Harvey.

DONNABELLE ROGERS

Donnabelle had worked for Wires Automotive and Chamberlains in Akron. She had attended the First Church of God, volunteered with R.S.V.P as well as with the Woodlawn Hospital Auxiliary and was a member of The Cross Church. In her leisure time, she enjoyed flowers, especially growing orchids, and enjoyed listening to music.

Survivors include her sons, Richard (Janice) Roe, Delphi, and Gary (Anna) Roe, Rochester; daughter, Sharon (Dan) Rhoads, Huntersville, N.C.; daughter-in-law, Judy Roe, Macy; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Doris Warner, Rochester, and Carol Kindig, Mentone; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were sons, Tim Roe, Jim Roe and Kenneth Roe; brothers, George Harvey and Donald Harvey; and sisters, Marjorie Cave, Betty Putman, Linda Brennan and Barbara Holloway.

Memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends may visit from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Fulton Cemetery, Fulton.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Glen A. Zellers

Glen A. Zellers, 70, Winamac , died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, in his residence.

He was born on Jan. 13, 1954. On June 10, 1978, he married Kathy A. Nicolas; who survives.

GLEN A. ZELLERS

Additional survivors are two daughters, Amanda K. (Brian) Kistler, Winamac and Beth A. (Benjamin) Christian, Noblesville; three grandchildren; one sister, Bertha A. Kelsey, South Bend; four sisters-inlaw, Wendy J. Zellers, Denise (Terry) Beckner, Joetta (Dusten) Burns and JC (Josh) Bradley, all of Winamac; four brothers-in-law, Jim (Maria) Nicolas, Winamac, Jeff (Kelly) Johnson, Cypress, Texas, Rex (Paige) Johnson and Craig (Kristy) Johnson, both of Conroe, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin B. and Emma E. (Sahloff) Zellers, two brothers, Alvin H. Zellers and Ben E. (Celia) Zellers; one sister, Emma Lou Nielsen; mother-in-law, Nancy K. Johnson; and father-in-law, Joseph J. Nicolas.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Winamac, with Pastor Tom Woodley officiating. Interment was in Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) Winamac. Memorial contributions may be made Winamac Boy Scout Troop No. 229 or St. Luke Lutheran Church Sunday School Fund.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

James D. Fritz

James D. Fritz, 90, Winamac, died at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept, 15, 2024, at Hickory Creek, Winamac.

Arrangements are pending.

Giles Lee Neer, 67, formerly of Akron, died Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024, in Tampa, Fla.

He was born on Oct. 13, 1956. On March 15, 1975, he married Jennifer Neer; who preceded him in death on March 30, 2024.

Court News Circuit Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Circuit Court, Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding: Complaints

Discover Bank v. Sheila Bohm, Rochester, $4,630.55

Credit Acceptance Corporation v. Joshua Barcus, Fulton, $16,047.11

Mortgage Foreclosure

Pacific Premier Trust, f/b/o v. Robert Kershner IRA v. Sean Gudas, $10,213.40

Superior Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Superior Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding: Complaint

LVNV Funding LLC v. Pedro Amezquita, Twelve Mile, $674.51; Flenn Michalski, Macy, $704.47; David Georgine, Rochester, $1,129.83; Willis Netherton, Akron, $1,557.01 Credit Acceptance Corporation v. Alejandro Velasquez, Rochester, 44,431.08

Crown Asset Management, LLC v. Lenae Holloway, Rochester, $2,337.32

One Main Financial Group — Matthew and Angel Young, Rochester, $8,521.56

Plenary

Beacon Credit Union v. Tye Vanderwall, Rochester, $16,693.56

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Driving while suspended Artrice Woods, Jonesboro, $164.50

Driving while suspended, operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Dustin Vanbruaene, South Bend, $192.50

Operating with expired plates — Chyanne Marks, Rochester, $164; Jack Butler, Indianapolis, $164

Speeding — Kaitlynn Shidler, Winamac, $175; Kristy Zickefoose, Mishawaka, $164.50; Sarah Prince, Arcadia, $154.50; Janequa Whitney, $154.50; Jessica Bondarevich, Mon-

He is survived by his children, Joshua “Joshy” (Robert), Joseph “Joey”, John “Johnny,” Victoria “Tori” (Roger), Teri “Binky” (Claudio), Jacob “Jakey” (Tera) and Rachel “Baby;” eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, brother, Chris (Gamze); extended family; and several close friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Glenn and Grace Neer; grandmother, Minnie “Granny” Grubbs; father, Dick; mother, Phyllis; brother, Mikel; and grandson, Aydan.

Arrangements are pending with Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

ticello, $164.50; Tina Hayes, Marion, $154.50; Ivan Washington, Henderson, Nev., $154.50; Matthew Jin, Granger, $164.50; Guringer Kaur, Whitestown, $154.50; Marianne Fink, Dayton, Ohio, $154.50; Maria Gomez, Logansport, $167; Jason Marcus, Grayslake, Ill., $164.50; Monica Osoria, Goshen, $175; Isaac Jordan, Westfield, $192.50; Madalynn Davis, Whitestown, $154.50; Aleksandr Shulkin, Carmel, $192.50; Jethro Bowman, Twelve Mile, $164; Saady Garcia, Ingleside, Ill., $155; Andrew Munoz-Tavernier, Elkhart, $154.50; Mary Burton, Columbus, $192.50; Rodrigo Reyes, Goshen, $154.50; Carter Schuh, Winona Lake, $192.50

Marriage Licenses

The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Fulton County Clerk of the Court: Ramer-Martin

Randall Gene Ramer, 19, Rochester, and Savannah Ranae Martin, 19, Rochester Felke-Welhausen

Michael Felke, 71, Rochester, and Linda Welhausen, 73, Rochester Hobson-Fisher

Brenten Hobson, 28, Akron, and Kristen Fisher, 27, Akron Roe-Stineback

Timothy Roe, 44, Rochester, and Andrea Stineback, 40, Rochester Van Duyne-Koch

Shane Van Duyne, 60, Rochester, and Kimberly Koch, 53, Rochester

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Fulton County courts: Bauer — Joseph Bauer, Rochester, and Madison Bauer, Logansport. With minor children. Engle — Travis Engle, Akron, and Kelsey Engle, Akron. With minor children.

Giles Lee Neer

GILES LEE NEER

Updates and happenings in and around the area

A public test of the election equipment will be at 11 a.m. and an election board meeting will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Fulton County Courthouse, Rochester.

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The Caston Building Corporation will commence at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, in the Caston School Corporation Administration Building. A hearing of the proposed Fifth Amendment to lease will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the regular September board meeting will follow the hearing.

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TRAIL OF COURAGE

Living History Festival

Sept. 21, 2024 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sept. 22, 2024 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Step back in time at this Pre-1840 period event.

Food Cooked Over Wood Fires, Muzzleloading Contests, Teepees & Wigwams, Travois Dogs, Historic Crafts, Hawk Throws, Pre-1840 Trading, Indian Dances 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Historic Programs On 2 Stages: Bagpipes, Fife & Drum Corps, Aztec Dancers & Music

FeRional Arto Parine CLAC

Fun for All Ages!

$10 adults, $5 children (6-11) Free for kids 5 and under

Fulton County Historical Society, Rochester, Ind., located 4 miles north of Rochester on U.S. 31 & Tippecanoe River 1036

Fulton County Democrats will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Char-Bell Studio, 616 Main St., Rochester, next to the Times Theater. All are welcome.

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A Baby 101 class will be held at Woodlawn Health, Rochester, at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. The class is a basic newborn overview and safety class. Learn how to care for you new baby/ grandchild in the first few weeks at home. Call (574) 223-1250, 24 hours in advance to pre-register.

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Life Care Center of Rochester will host a free breakfast for veterans at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. All veterans welcome.

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The Potawatomi Trail of Death Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. Friday Sept. 20, at the Fulton County Museum, Rochester. Interested persons are welcome.

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A board of public works and safety meeting will be from 7:208:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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The annual Trail of Courage will be from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, and 10 a.m to 4

p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 children 6-11 and free for kids 5 and under. Located at Fulton County Historical Society, four miles north of Rochester on U.S. 31. For more information, visit fultoncountyhistory.org or call (574) 223-4436.

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Fraud prevention training will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at Community Presbyterian Church, 530 Jefferson St., Rochester. It is being offered by Leslie Meredith, director of Flagstar Bank, Rochester.

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The Times Theater, 622 Main St., Rochester, will show the movie “Titanic” at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22. Cost: $5 general admission; doors open at 1:30 p.m.

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Seniors, if you are planning to apply to an Indiana college, you can save money by applying during College Application Week Sept. 23-27. For a complete list of colleges, which will waive the application fees during the week, visit NHS Students Services’ Facebook page for more information.

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Area plan meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, in the commissioners room, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

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City council meeting will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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Redevelopment commission meeting will be from 9:43 a.m. to 10:43 p.m. and a city park board meeting will be from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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A canine and feline CPR and first aid certification class will

be from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, 2006 Sweetgum Road, Rochester. The class is open to the public. The cost is $74.95 per person and includes an official certificate, an eBook copy of the class textbook and a two-year subscription to an online animal resource center. Contact Samantha Sorak at ssorak@ co.fulton.in.us for any questions or to register for the class.

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Rochester Fire Department, 2006 E. SR 14, Rochester, will host an open house from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. See and touch the firetrucks, meet the local firemen, learn about fire prevention and prepare for fire prevention month. Special guests include: Parkview EMS, Lutheran EMS, Parkview Samaritan, Rochester Police Department, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County EMA.

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The Youth Outlet Center will host a bingo fundraiser from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Times Theater, Rochester, for ages 18 and over. Register online at the outletyouthcenter.org.

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Last free fishing day of the year is Saturday, Sept. 28. Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish the state’s public waters. All other rules, such as seasons, bag and size limits, apply.

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Tree board meeting will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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St. John’s Lutheran Church will host the fall fish and tenderloin fry from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at the Fulton County Historical Society Museum, Rochester. Dine-in or drive-thru. All dinners include coleslaw, chips and a cookie. Tickets are $13. Call (574) 223-6898 for tickets or pay at the door; cash or credit card. Fish prepared by Dan’s Fish Fry.

Indy man traverses Nickel Plate Trail on journey to erase $150M in Hoosier medical debt

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Richard Propes describes himself as “careful, but also a little bit reckless.”

The double amputee and cancer survivor, who suffers from spina bifida, said that also depicts his 150-mile tour over nine days to cancel a share of Hoosier medical debt.

The Indianapolis man embarked on Friday, Sept. 13, on the latest iteration of his so-called Tenderness Tour. The 150 miles he’s traveling in his wheelchair symbolizes around $150 million in debt he wants to get rid of.

He’s partnered with Undue Medical Debt, which obtains the debt “for pennies on the dollar,” with donations working to cancel it out.

Propes was in Macy in the late afternoon of Sunday, Sept. 15, when his route from Peru to Rochester on the Nickel Plate Trail stopped because of a flat tire.

After getting the tire fixed, he was to travel on other routes, like the Pumpkinvine Trail in Elkhart County, ending up in Monument Circle in Indianapolis Saturday, Sept. 21, after wheeling the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.

This is his 30-plus Tenderness Tour, with his embarking on the first in 1989.

“I had gone through a period of my life where I had lost most people would say everything,” explained Propes of that initial trip.

He was homeless and his wife had passed away.

“I had lost both of my lower legs,” added Propes. “I had lost everything financially. I was living in my car, really had lived in kind of a cycle of violence and was really kind of hopeless about breaking out of it.”

He noted the first Tenderness Tour over 41 days and 1,000 miles in Indiana was “because I really wanted to figure out if there were good people out there.”

“I wanted to find tenderness in essence,” said Propes.

That first trip Propes went solo with only a backpack and “$20 in my pocket,” he said.

He worked to raise money then for Prevent Child Abuse Indiana.

“I came back from that tour, and I really did figure out that there were good people in the world, and there was hope,” said Propes. “I came back kind of determined to get my life together and kind

TENDERNESS TOUR

Richard Propes stopped in Macy on Sunday, Sept. 15, as part of traveling along the Nickel Plate Trail from Peru to Rochester as part of his Tenderness Tour. He’s traveling 150 miles in his wheelchair on various trails throughout Indiana over nine days to help eliminate a share of Hoosier medical debt.

Photo by Leah Sander.

of realized that in some way this tour that I had done, which I don’t think anybody thought I was going to finish, was going to be a part of my life.”

“Not only did I find hope, but I also found that there were a lot of people out there looking for hope and who needed to be heard ... So, over the years, I’ve changed the causes that I’ve done.”

Since then, Propes has also raised money for the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence “and a bunch of (other organizations).”

He tries to go out once a year on a tour, with him now having volunteers assisting him.

His current tour is special as a documentary crew is also with him.

Propes said he travels whenever he feels “led.”

“In this case, it was a combination of my own surviving cancer (in 2023) and feeling very grateful for that and also I was approached about a documentary project,” he said. “That kind of transitioned into wouldn’t it be cool to cover an event? ... I think the original thought was, do something small, do something in a weekend, and I

don’t like to do small things, so let’s do something bigger.”

Propes said he picked Undue Medical Debt as his charity this time as he’s struggled with the issue himself.

People may learn more about his journey or donate for the cause by visiting tendernesstour.com. Propes needs to raise $1 million for Undue Medical Debt to eliminate the approximately $150 million in debt.

“Hoosiers are great. I think that Hoosiers really care about Hoosiers,” said Propes. “We lift each other up, and I’ve seen them do it with me so many times. I feel like I’ve survived for a reason, and I’m going to use this time well.”

Joshua is a victim of a hit and run and lost his lower part of his leg. This benefit will help him and his family of six out with all his expenses until he can return to work.

Anyone wishing to donate items for the Silent Auction can be dropped off at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Saturday, September 28 7 am-11 am $12.00

Transform countertop surfaces in just a weekend

(StatePoint) Did you know that you don’t have to spend tons of time or money on home interior updates?

In fact, you don’t even have to engage a contractor to elevate your spaces in a big way.

Here are three stunning methods for completely transforming stained, burned or otherwise drab countertop surfaces in your kitchen, bath or other areas of your home. The beauty is that each project costs less than $300, and you can complete one in a weekend, even if you don’t consider yourself especially handy:

• A marble look: Installing marble countertops can cost thousands of dollars and disrupt your life for weeks, if not months. Fortunately, there’s a way to get the same beautiful, one-of-a-kind look of marble with just a few supplies. The Marble Dream Resurfacing Kit from Daich Coatings is a new stone coating system engineered to be applied in a few simple steps, with no special artistic skill required. Available in both Pristine White and Cosmos Black, every installation will look completely unique based on how you blend the product.

After prepping your surface and applying the base coat, the glaze mix and the vein accent colors, you use a blow dryer to push the colors around, deciding for yourself how they get blended, and the direction and strength of the details and fin-

ish. Designed so you can work at a relaxed pace and make changes on the fly, cleanup is a snap for this project. And the water-based, odorless formula is safe too, so you won’t be exposed to anything hazardous. When you’re finished, not only will your countertops look revitalized, they’ll offer superior heat, impact and scratch resistance for greater utility. The brand makes installation easy by providing a detailed online video tutorial. Visit youtube. com/watch?v=JJ8487WQIcg to watch and learn more.

• Real granite finish: Real

granite countertops are an elegant, natural upgrade that can take your kitchen or bath to a whole new level. But what if you didn’t have to commit to the complicated construction, scary price tag or long wait time of a full stone slab to get the authentic look and performance of smooth, polished granite?

The LuxROCK Solid Surface Granite Kit by Daich Coatings allows you to add a premium stone surface — complete with the visual pop of mineral highlights and sparkling accents — right over your existing countertop, without the mess

or hassle of tearing out your current surface. Available in five beautiful colors, you can renew existing countertops made of laminate, wood, concrete, stone and more in just a weekend, and have the flexibility to economically switch to a new look if you’d ever like to refresh.

• Naturalized, speckled stone: For more of a natural speckled stone appearance, consider the 11 colors available in the SpreadStone Countertop Finishing Kit, which allows you to tailor your texture. This twostep project takes two days to complete, with results that will last for

many years. In addition to a range of interior applications, you can also use this kit on exterior surfaces, including bar tops, barbecue areas, tables and more.

Like the other kits, there is no need to remove sinks, plumbing fixtures or your current countertop to make this renovation, and your finished product will be food safe and intact with a polyurethane clear coat.

In just a weekend, you can make totally transformative DIY interior updates in a way that’s cost-effective and simple.

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Leaving town? Here’s how to prep your home

(StatePoint) If you’re planning to travel, you’re in good company.

Eighty-two percent of adults in the United States – that’s more than 212 million people – are planning on doing the same, according to The Vacationer’s travel and trends survey. As you pack your bags, it’s also important to prepare your home for your absence. While catching some summer sun, you can help protect your home and possessions using these tools and strategies:

• Leverage technology: The latest technology can streamline your home security and keep you informed of what’s going on at home. Philips Hue, known for its premium smart lighting, has recently integrated smart home security into its suite of smart home technology with the intro duction of Philips Hue Secure. The brand’s all-new Secure cam eras keep watch on your home at all times. Featuring a crisp and clear 1080p HD livestream, night vision, and a speaker for two-way talk and sound alarms, these cameras are your eyes and ears when you’re not there.

Plus, the system’s sensors send you an alert and trigger lights as soon as someone opens a window, door, cabinet or safe. With alerts sent straight to your phone, and the ability to manage your system easily from your mobile device using the app, including triggering light or sound alarms, you’ll have smart home security in the palm of your hand.

• Manage lighting: Speaking of smart home lighting, this technology can help give the impression that your home is

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pied, helping deter would-be intruders from even stepping onto your property. Use a smart home lighting system to strategically manage settings from your device while you’re away.

• Hold your mail: Depending on the length of your trip, it may be a good idea to contact the U.S. Postal Service and request they hold your mail while you’re gone. Likewise, if you subscribe to any newspapers, the last thing you’ll want is a growing stack of dailies on your front driveway or lawn advertising your absence. Contact publications and ask them to hold delivery until you return.

• Enlist a neighbor: Pair tech surveillance with a good old fashioned neighborhood watch. Ask a trusted friend or neighbor to keep an eye on things and to be in touch if they notice any suspicious activity.

• Tidy up: While not related to home security, a few additional measures can help ensure your comfort when your vacation ends. Be sure to take out the trash and recycling as close to your departure as you can in order to avoid unpleasant odors. Tidy up. Sweep, do the dishes and wipe down surfaces so you can return to clean spaces. And as you approach your house upon your return, use your HVAC app to restore temperatures to their standard settings. By making a few key preparations, you can get the peace of mind needed to enjoy your summer vacation to the fullest.

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Survey finds renters turn to DIY Décor to give their spaces style

(StatePoint) While it’s normal to feel nervous about moving into your first apartment, it’s also an exciting time to create your own personal haven. Most rentals have lease limitations on what tenants can and can’t do when it comes to painting and decorating, but there are still ways to infuse your own unique aesthetic into a space.

A new survey from Duck brand asked current and former renters about how they made their temporary spots feel like home.

The survey found that 70% of renters say it’s important for their living space to reflect their personal style and preferences. Although most residents say they are satisfied with the aesthetic of their rentals, respondents still expressed frustration with neutral paint colors and the inability to use nails and screws on the walls. Additionally, 86% of renters have damaged walls trying to use hooks to hang décor, and 62% have made two to three attempts at hanging décor before getting it right.

“We found that personalizing rental spaces, even if they are temporary, is a top priority for most people, but can feel challenging when you’re on a budget and trying not to cause any damage to walls or surfaces,” says Ashley Luke, senior product manager of Home Solutions at Duck brand. “Luckily, there are a variety of affordable, temporary solutions to try that make it easy for tenants to refresh their nest.”

A popular renter-friendly DIY project to invite color and pattern into white or neutral areas is using removable adhesives, like the Duck brand Adhesive Shelf Liner, to create a backsplash in the kitchen. In fact, 60% of renters say they have used removable décor, like shelf liner and wallpaper, to infuse personal style into their space.

Additionally, adding accent pieces around the room, such as a mirror, picture or painting, will make it feel more vibrant.

To hang them, choose a tool such as clear, double-sided Duck Max Strength Nano-Grab Gel Tape, which can be used on a variety of surfaces to mount décor. It works in both temporary indoor and outdoor spaces and is removable and reusable.

With some smart strategies, DIY décor can affordably make

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Fulton County Republicans encouraged to get the vote out

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By DEB PATTERSON Editor-In-Chief

Grass roots and getting out the vote were among the themes at the annual Fulton County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Fulton Community Center.

Guest speakers included Secretary of State Diego Morales, Republican Lt. Gov. candidate Micah Beckwith, Indiana Speaker of the House Todd Huston and Republican State Chairman Randy Head.

“Voter complacency in Indiana is the biggest threat that we are facing right now,” said Head, keynote speaker. “We have a lot of counties, like Fulton County, where we have a success problem and the Republican party has done so well, Democrats no longer bother to run. That’s wonderful, except we have a lot of people saying well Trump is going to win, Braun’s going to win, my vote isn’t going to matter. It’s all going to be OK, somebody else is going to take care of it.”

He related elections from last year in nearby counties where Republicans stayed home because of complacency and the Democrats won the race or in some cases the majority.

“That’s because we said someone else will take care of it. We can’t wait on other people to take care of it. We are the other people. ... We need your help to get out and vote. …” he said.

He announced several efforts by

the state party to get people back voting.

Permanent staff have been hired for every district to organize walking and door knocking and talking to people who vote Republican but don’t always vote. Direct mail, phone calls, texting and digital advertising will be a part of that process.

“If you vote absentee or vote early, that’s beautiful because if you wake up on Election Day and you have a family emergency or something important happen you didn’t expect, your vote’s already done. You don’t have to go wait in line,” he said.

Head announced a couple of contests related to phone banking.

Cash prizes will be given to Indiana Federation of Republican Women’s clubs, counties and districts that make the most calls between now and Election Day.

The election integrity project is another effort by the state party.

An attorney will be placed in each county who knows election laws to answer questions and handle any issues that come up.

Prior to Head’s keynote address, Huston had also expressed the importance of the upcoming election.

“We’re coming into an election season that really, really matters and it’s super challenging … in a place like Fulton County, you don’t have a single Democrat on the ballot at the county level. A lot of people are going say why do I need to vote … I’m here to tell you tonight you can’t take anything for granted,

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“Indiana has been on a roll … economy activity taking place, new leadership at the city level … all the great things taking place in this county and around you. Because we do things that matter, we pass budgets that we spend less than what we take in. We clearly cut taxes … we will cut taxes again next year. We provided more school choices than any other state in the country, we made more investments … we have the No. 1 rated infrastructure plan …”

He noted how other states are five years behind Indiana in election laws.

“We’re humble … we deliver where it matters … one mishap can

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get us in the position in which we don’t have that opportunity,” Huston said.

He stated he would put Indiana up against any state in America right now.

“But we’ve got to be better about … not being divisive and not saying anything that would discourage someone into coming to be a part of the party … we want people to come. We want people to share … at the end of the day, we’re going to make Indiana, we’re going to make Fulton County, we’re going to make our state a much, much better place.”

“We have a spectacular future. I would compare it to any state in the country. We need the party to be great. … Now is not the time to sit back … we need to do our part. Let’s kill it in November.”

Beckwith briefly spoke about the governor’s race also noting how critical grass roots is in getting out the vote “getting out and working hard,” voting Republican but not just for Republican sake but those Republican principal values that are good true constitutional values.

Beckwith noted he and gubernatorial candidate, Mike Braun, have been traveling the state. Braun is not holding back any punches, and Braun’s great leadership will bring exactly the leadership “we need in Indiana. Bold leadership, unafraid leadership, leadership that will give the legislators cover …” said Beckwith.

Talking about himself, Beckwith said he has spent his life working with students, being a pastor and small business owner.

As an educator, he wants to help the state party educate the average Republican voter on the roles of delegates and precinct committeemen.

“One of the joys for me the last year has been teaching people about the delegate process and you’d be shocked at how many peo-

ple, who have been voting Republican their whole life, had no idea what a delegate is, … education is a big part of what I love to do, … helping you educate … Republican voters, making them excited and stewarding this amazing republic God has given us. It’s a republic … I’m a constitutional literacy teacher so don’t ever call it a democracy around me, you’ll get a lecture for 30 minutes. I’m here to serve.”

Morales spoke of his work to provide a free, secure and safe election. The first year in office, he visited all 92 counties in six months. This year, he has visited all 92 counties in three months and has awarded $3 million in election improvement grants.

“My job is to allow you to have a free, fair and safe election,” he said.

He spoke of his work with legislators for a secure election and HB 1264, the need for poll workers and sending hundreds of letters to federal agencies reminding them not to get involved in Indiana’s election. He also testified before a small committee telling them Indiana knows how to run their elections and to “go pound sand somewhere.”

He stated his job is to protect Hoosier investors as well and the business division of his office is one of the best in the nation.

The evening also included a time to remember party members who have passed away, including Kathy Siders.

Mike Canada, county chair, presided over the evening, and recognized the various elected officials present along with district representatives and officials from other counties.

Canada additionally recognized the Lincoln Day committee and its efforts for the evening.

The meal was provided by the Log House, Argos, with appetizers sponsored by Congressman Rudy Yakym.

Effective October 1, 2024, the Federal Universal Service Charge (FUSC) on your bill will increase as a result of an increase in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) universal service fund contribution factor from 34.4% to 35.8%. The FUSC is calculated in accordance with FCC rules by applying the new contribution factor of 35.8% (0.358) to the charges for interstate services. The federal universal service fund helps to ensure access to affordable communications services in hard-to-serve rural areas of the United States. If you have any questions regarding the FUSC, please contact the FCC at 1-888-225-5322 or email: fccinfo@fcc.gov.

Effective October 1, 2024, the Federal Universal Service Charge (FUSC) on your bill will increase as a result of an increase in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) universal service fund contribution factor from 34.4% to 35.8%. The FUSC is calculated in accordance with FCC rules by applying the new contribution factor of 35.8% (0.358) to the charges for interstate services. The federal universal service fund helps to ensure access to affordable communications services in hard-to-serve rural areas of the United States. If you have any questions

ATTORNEY TALK? Randy Head, state Republican chairman and an attorney, and Mike Marrs, county prosecutor, share a few thoughts.

CANDIDATE Lt. Gov. Candidate Micah Beckwith was one of the speakers for the Fulton County Republican Lincoln Day dinner.

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Valley High School construction project is nearing completion

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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Tippecanoe Valley High School’s construction project should be completed soon.

At its monthly public work session on Thursday, Sept. 12, the Tippecanoe Valley School Board heard from The Skillman Corp. Project Manager Scott Rogers. The Skillman Corp. is the construction management company for the project.

Rogers noted facade work on the building should be complete “about the middle of October.”

“We’re filling the pool as we speak,” he added of another part of the project.

The timing system and scoreboard for the pool should be “done at the end of the month,” said Rogers.

In an answer to a question posed by board member, Todd Hoffman, Rogers said kids could be in the pool at the beginning of October.

“In the auditorium, we have

all the seats installed, and all the wood trim is getting finished up,” he said. “We’ll get the rigging done in the next month.”

Walls are almost complete in the last part of the project, the multi-purpose room, which will be used for wrestling among other things.

Letters to the editor Designated outdoor drinking area

Dear Editor:

Alcohol flows like a river through Rochester. We should be working to stem the tide, not widen and deepen the river.

The mayor and the Rochester City Council are considering an ordinance titled “Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area,” which should be called, “Designated Outdoor Alcohol Area.”

This ordinance will make it legal to drink alcohol on the public streets in a designated, downtown Main Street area. Do we really need to open up our downtown to be a beer garden? Are there not enough establishments where people can do their drinking? Do we need to have people with open containers of liquor on the streets where families walk with their young, children ride bicycles and

We welcome readers’ letters.

teens skateboard? Are there not enough alcohol-related crimes in our city.

Do we not have enough drunk drivers? Have we not had enough people killed by drunk drivers? Do we not have enough children abused by alcoholic parents? Has alcohol in our city not ruined enough marriages?

D.O.R.A. will simply encourage more alcohol consumption and all the evils associated with it. D.O.R.A. is a bad idea and is bad for the city. I encourage the decent Christian people of our great city to contact the mayor’s office and the city council members and voice your opposition to the D.O.R.A. ordinance and ask them to vote no on this harmful ordinance.

Sincerely in Christ, Pastor Bill McSpadden

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Family support group to be held Oct. 1

A free family support group is being offered in Fulton County at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the Recovery Cafe, 715 Main St., Rochester. This family support group is for family members and friends concerned about loved ones with a substance abuse disorder.

The program is based on the Community Reinforcement and Family Training model. The C.R.A.F.T. model is a highly effective, evidence-based, motivational program impacting families in multiple areas of their lives.

These include reducing your loved one’s harmful substance abuse, engaging loved ones into

treatment, and improving your and your family functioning.

Topics that will be covered are:

Learning to develop positive dynamics and identifying triggers and motivators.

Developing positive communication techniques.

Helping the loved one enter treatment services and engage in recovery.

Effective methods and available resources empowers one to influence change and improve your quality of life.

For additional information, contact Kyle Miller at (260) 7157486 or Katie Painter at (574) 223-2233.

AUDITORIUM SEATING Seating in the new Tippecanoe Valley High School auditorium was wrapped in protective plastic on Thursday, Sept.

STARTING BLOCKS — New starting blocks are shown at the TVHS pool.

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Blake Holloway, left, and Alba Burnett pose for a photo before the start of the 2023 Kewanna Fall Festival’s Tribute to Hometown Heroes parade.

Kewanna Fall Festival’s focus on children

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By LEAH SANDER

The late Kewanna Fall Festival organizer, Tom Mate, was poor as a child, said Ashley Van Lake.

That’s why Mate wanted to offer activities for children at the event, which were either free or low cost, she said.

This year’s festival, set for Thursday, Sept. 26, through Sunday, Sept. 29, continues that tradition.

“We have some less fortunate kids in the area,” said Van Lake, in her third year of running the festival.

Thanks to sponsors, the entertainment is free for kids and all ages to enjoy. It includes: bug expert, Dr. Insecta; magician, The Great Kalita; the Dinosaur Dimensions show; and the Kids’ Music Show, featuring Wesley Waffles.

New this year to entertainment will be the Flippenout trampoline show, said Van Lake. There will also be live pro wrestling, the Circus Classic, several ventriloquists and a number of musical acts, including Malachi Jaggers, who is new to the festival this year.

For a cost, there will be also be various carnival rides and vendors selling food and more. Due to the ride vendor being unable to be at the festival on Sunday this year, the festival is running four days, so there will be still be three days of rides, said Van Lake.

Kids ages 16 and under may

eat for free at specified vendors two times during the festival, from 4-6 p.m. Sept. 27 and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 28.

The festival also includes a 5K at 9 a.m. Sept. 28, at the Kewanna fire station, with people able to register at 8 a.m. that day there.

The festival’s parade, once again featuring a Tribute to Hometown Heroes, kicks off at 1 p.m. running down Main Street. Lineup starts at noon at Winamac Coil Spring, 512 N. Smith St., with people able to register the day of or ahead of time by emailing ashley52684@gmail. com. For more information, call Van Lake at (574) 230-3756.

The cost is $10 per parade entry, but as local farmers are the honorees of this year’s parade, any of them may enter the parade for free, said Van Lake.

There’s also a motor show from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday on Main Street, with anything with a motor able to be entered.

People may find the full festival schedule below.

Van Lake added continuing the festival helps draw attention to “our little town with a big heart.”

Thursday, Sept. 26

4 p.m. to close — Carnival, rides, games and food and craft vendors.

5 p.m. — Dr. Insecta, entertainment tent at the park.

5-9 p.m. — Crossroads Band, NIPSCO stage.

6 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

7 p.m. — Circus Classic

8 p.m. — The Great Kalita magician, entertainment tent at the park.

Friday, Sept. 27

4 p.m. to close — Carnival, rides, games and food and craft vendors.

4-6 p.m. — Kids eat free (16 and under).

4:30 p.m. — Circus Classic.

5 p.m. — Dr. Insecta, entertainment tent at the park.

5 p.m. to close — Ham and beans, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1121.

5 p.m. — Singing ventriloquist

6 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

6 p.m. — Cornhole tournament, park tennis court, registration at 5 p.m.

6 p.m. — Christian Strutz on acoustic guitar, NIPSCO stage.

6:30 p.m. — Dinosaur Dimensions, entertainment tent at the park.

7 p.m. — NightShift band, NIPSCO stage,

7 p.m. — Circus Classic.

8 p.m. — Kids’ music show, featuring Wesley Waffles, entertainment tent at the park.

9 p.m. — The Great Kalita magician, entertainment tent at the park.

9 p.m. — Live pro wrestling, circus tent.

Saturday, Sept. 28

8 a.m. to Noon — Biscuits and gravy breakfast, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1121.

8 a.m. — 5K race registration, Kewanna fire station.

9 a.m. — 5K race begins, Kewanna fire station.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Book giveaway at the Kewanna library.

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Malachi Jaggers, parade stage.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Customer appreciation at Kewanna library.

11 a.m. to close — Food and craft vendors.

11 a.m. — Circus Classic.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Kids eat free (16 and under).

Noon to close — Carnival rides and games.

Noon — Parade registration, Winamac Coil Spring.

1 p.m. — Tribute to Hometown Heroes parade, Main Street.

12:30-6:30 p.m. — Ham and beans, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1121.

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Adam Gundrum, NIPSCO stage.

3 p.m. — Dr. Insecta, entertainment tent at the park.

3 p.m. — The HeARTery Talent and Wearable Art Showcase, 414 E. Main St.

3 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

4 p.m. — KTown Cart Crawlers (golf carts, buggies, side-bysides welcome), registration at Kibitzer; must be 18 or older.

4 p.m. — Circus Classic.

4:30 p.m. — Kids’ Music Show, featuring Wesley Waffles, entertainment tent at the park.

5 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

5:30 p.m. — The Great Kalita magician, entertainment tent at the park.

6 p.m. — Beth Cummins, ventriloquist, NIPSCO stage.

6:30 p.m. — Dinosaur Dimen-

sions, entertainment tent at the park.

7 p.m. — Circus Classic.

7:30 p.m. — Dr. Insecta, entertainment tent at the park.

8 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

8:30 p.m. — The Great Kalita magician, entertainment tent at the park.

8:30-10 p.m. — Crossroads band, NIPSCO stage.

9 p.m. — Dinosaur Dimensions, entertainment tent at the park.

10 p.m. — Live pro wrestling, circus tent.

Sunday, Sept. 29

8 a.m. to noon — Biscuits and gravy breakfast, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1121.

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Food and craft vendors.

Noon — The Great Kalita magician, entertainment tent at the park.

Noon — Garden tractor pull, behind Kewanna fire station, registration and weigh-in at 11 a.m.

Noon to 4 p.m. — Sixth annual motor show, Main Street; anything with a motor is eligible.

1 p.m. — Crossroads Band, NIPSCO stage.

1 p.m. — Dr. Insecta, entertainment tent at the park.

2 p.m. — Dinosaur Dimensions, entertainment tent at the park.

2 p.m. — Circus Classic.

3 p.m. — Flippenout trampoline act, baseball diamond.

4 p.m. — Conclusion of motor show, Main Street.

CAROUSEL RIDE Adelina Herrera rides on the carousel at the 2023 Kewanna Fall Festival.

FLYING ALONG Riders enjoy the swings at the 2023 Kewanna Fall Festival.

MOST CREATIVE On Pleasant Hill Lake Bruce Community Church’s Noah’s Ark-themed float before the start of the 2023 Kewanna Fall Festival parade are from left Grace Ritter, Bragdon Goodwin and Holly Ritter. The entry was named “Most Creative.”

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Let’s Study The Bible —

Jesus’ first miracle teaches salvation

(Read John 2:1-12)

This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him. (John 2:11)

How is a sinner is redeemed?

By THE REV. RON PURKEY

If you read the Gospel of John, you will see that seven signs (miracles) show how a sinner is redeemed and what the results are in his or her life. This first miracle teaches us that salvation is through the word of God. Notice the symbols here.

First, a thirsty crowd. Isn’t this a picture of the lost world today? They are tasting the world’s pleasures but finding no personal

satisfaction, and what fulfillment they have eventually runs out. The Bible invites thirsty sinners to come to Christ for salvation and satisfaction (John 4:13-14; 7:37; Isaiah 55:1; Revelation 22:17).

Second, empty water pots. Representing the human heart, which is hard and empty. The word of God compares the human being to a vessel (2 Corinthians 4:7; 2 Timothy 2:20-21). The sinner’s life may look lovely on the outside, but God sees it is empty and useless unless he is able to work a divine miracle.

Third, filled with water. Water for washing is, in the Bible, an image of the word of God. (See Ephesians 5:26; John 15:3.) All that the servants had to do was fill the empty water pots with water, which is like the servant of God filling the heart of the unbeliever with the word. It is not our job to redeemed people, but it

is our job to give people the word of God and let Christ perform the miracle of salvation.

Fourth, water to wine. When the sinner’s heart has been filled with the word, then Christ can perform the miracle and bring joy. In Acts 8:26-40, Philip filled the Ethiopian with the word, and when the man believed, the miracle of salvation took place. The Ethiopian went his way rejoicing. Notice John 1:17—“The law came through Moses”; in the Old Testament water was changed to blood (Exodus 7:19), which indicates judgment. But Jesus Christ turned water into wine, which speaks of grace and joy. Wine symbolizes the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18).

Fifth, the third day. This foreshadows the resurrection of Jesus Crist, since Christ arose from the dead on the third day. It was the third day from “the day following” (John 1:43), which was

the fourth of the days John wrote about in chapter 1 (Day No. 1— John 1:19-28; day No. 2— John 1:29-34; day No. 3—John 1:35-42; day No. 4— John 1:43-51). Perhaps John had Genesis 1 in mind when he wrote of this first week of “a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17).

Sixth, the beginning of miracles. Redemption is the be-

ginning of miracles, for after a person trust’s Christ as their personal Savior, God performs one miracle after another for him or her; and the miracles we experience bring glory to the Lord Jesus Christ. Have you been redeemed? Read Ron Purkey’s Bible study outlines free at rcpbibleoutlines. com. Purkey has been an ordained Baptist minister for 50 years.

Ziemek announces early voting locations

Fulton County Clerk Dawn Ziemek has announced the following locations for the 2024 general election early voting. Dates and times are as follows: Fulton County Courthouse:

to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 8-Nov. 4.

2024 CASTON FOOTBALL — Row 1, L-R: Mgr Haley Miller, Braxton Enyart, London Herd, Brody Brewer, Noah Herd, Lane Halterman, Kameron Clingler, Cameron McFratridge, Jake Farrer, Mgr Piper Roudebush.

Row 2: Leeland Hayden, Landen Ehlinger, Ethan Reasor, Gavin Mollenkopf, Jabez Yarber, Lucius Edson, Zayne Hipsher, Jayden Cox.

Row 3: Carson Hamman, Blake Farrer, Kayden Rigney, Logan Mollenkopf, Marshall Zimpleman, Tucker Woolever, Brayden Unger, Caleb Chandler, Luke Hipsher.

Row 4: Cayman Brown, Gage Minniear, Ashtyn Peters, Owen Chapman, Ashton Bowyer, Landen Rigney, Braxton Mills-Taylor, Tommy Loving, Drew Williams.

Back Row: Assistant Coach Brandon Kinser, Assistant Coach Jason Herd.

Not Pictured: Drew McGrew, Cadin Jackson-Foy, Head Coach Chris Ulerick, Assistant Coach Tony Slocum, Assistant Coach Daniel Scales, Assistant Coach Jeremy Gonzales.

Girls golf wins TRC, football blanks

The Rochester girls golf team shot a 334 to win the Three Rivers Conference tournament Saturday.

a three-way home match over the front nine Sept. 11. Rochester had a 170.

Football

Rochester is 3-1 overall and 3-0 in the Three Rivers Conference.

Volleyball

Harrington had 15 saves in goal.

Wyatt Davis and Rabuor Tindi each had a shot on goal.

win over TRC and sectional rival Wabash Sept. 11.

Four Lady Zs made the all-conference team: Olivia Bailey (77), Ava Thomas (79), Molly Moore (86) and Lexi Haughs (92). No. 5 player Laynie Migonis added a personal-best 101.

Brant Beck ran for 179 yards and three touchdowns. Camden Susaraba intercepted a pass in his first career varsity game as the Rochester football team blanked host Manchester 36-0 Friday.

By VAL TSOUTSOURIS Sports Editor, RTC

Bailey tied for second among all individuals, Thomas was fourth, Moore was fifth, and Haughs tied for sixth.

Bailey earned medalist honors with a 39. Haughs tied her personal best for nine holes with a 42 as the Rochester girls golf team won

Xavier Vance added two fumble recoveries and a pass deflection, which led to Susaraba’s pick as the Zebras notched its second shutout of the season and the sixth in 12 games since the start of the 2023 season.

Sophomore fullback, Kale Shotts, rebounded after losing a fumble in the red zone in the first quarter and added 91 yards rushing on nine carries, including a 32-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter and a 40-yard run up the middle, which set up a Beck touchdown from the 1 on the next play.

The Rochester volleyball team went 1-3 and finished in sixth place at the Harrison (West Lafayette) Invitational Saturday.

In pool play, Rochester lost to Harrison 25-14, 23-25, 15-9; defeated Covenant Christian 21-25, 2520, 15-5; and lost to Pioneer, 29-27, 25-20. They then lost the fifth-place match to Covington 25-20, 25-14.

Rochester was coming off a 25-9, 25-11, 25-6 loss to TRC and sectional rival Southwood Thursday.

Rochester fell to 4-7 overall and 1-2 in the TRC.

Boys Soccer

The Zebras went 0-2 last week to fall to 5-3-1 overall and 1-2 on the season.

The week ended with a 5-0 road loss to conference and sectional rival Northwestern Thursday. Aiden

What is sepsis?

By LYNDSEY BROOKS, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CHSE

Woodlawn Health

Editor’s Note: Lindsey Brooks works as director of infection prevention and employee health for Woodlawn Health.

Woodlawn Health is making your sepsis treatment a priority. With new evidence-based processes in place, Woodlawn Health is working to fight sepsis with timely recognition and treatment. Over 87% of sepsis cases develop in the community, meaning community members need to be informed on how to recognize signs of sepsis and when to seek help.

What Is Sepsis?

Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency, which occurs when your body has a severe reaction to an infection. Essentially, the immune system cannot keep up. The infection causes toxins to be released in the body resulting in damage to organs, such as your brain, heart, kidneys, lungs, and more. If untreated, this damage to your organs can have life-threatening consequences. Just like a stroke or heart attack, curing sepsis is most effective when caught and treated immediately.

Who Is At Risk?

People who have impaired immune systems are at highest risk for sepsis as their body may lack the resources needed to fight the infection. These risk factors include: advanced age, young age, multiple chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, COPD, kidney disease, malnourish-

ment, and cancer.

The elderly and infants are at increased risk as age plays a major role in immune system function. Some people take medications, such as chemotherapy, which can cause the immune system to be suppressed. People who are malnourished lack the “ingredients” needed to keep the immune system healthy.

How Can I Prevent Sepsis?

Infection prevention is the key to preventing sepsis. Many viral infections, such as flu and varicella (chicken pox), are preventable with vaccination. These vaccines trick your body into thinking it has the viral infection so that your body will create “soldiers” (antibodies) to fight the virus. These “soldiers” remember what the virus looks like so next time you are exposed to it, your body recognizes it as the enemy and fights the virus off. Hygiene and wound care are

Isaiah Acosta scored twice and dished out an assist. Wyatt Schroll also scored in the first half to lead the Manchester boys soccer team to a 3-0 win over Rochester Sept. 10.

Rochester coach Eric Backus said the team “really wasn’t focused” during pregame warm-ups and it carried over to the game.

Girls Soccer

Audrey Wagner had a goal and an assist. Izzy Hook and Bria Rensberger also scored for the Rochester girls soccer team in a 4-3 home loss to Marion Thursday.

Taylor Navara also had an assist for Rochester, who fell to 0-4-3.

Makhia Harding had 14 saves in goal.

Rochester played with only 11 available players.

The Lady Zs were coming off a 9-0 loss to sectional rival Culver Tuesday.

Boys Tennis

essential to preventing infections. Every time there is a break in the skin from a cut, scrape, or incision, it creates a portal for bacteria to enter the body. To avoid this, wash your hands frequently and keep wounds clean and covered. Notify your doctor immediately if the wound becomes warm, red, painful, or has drainage as these may be signs of infection.

Infections that do occur should be treated quickly to avoid turning into sepsis. Sepsis can begin as almost any type of infection. It could begin as something small, such as a bug bite, or something more serious, such as pneumonia.

What Should I Look Out For?

Think time. If you experience these symptoms, call 911 or go to the hospital.

Look for temperature-change in temperature (higher or lower than normal), infection-signs and symptoms of infection. Examples are urinary tract infection, pneumonia, and infected wounds. Also watch for mental decline, confused, sleepy, difficult to wake up, extremely ill, severe pain or discomfort, and difficulty breathing.

For more information about sepsis, visit sepsis.org. There are many resources available for patients, providers, organizations, and more.

Tanner Reinartz remained unbeaten on the season at No. 1 singles; both doubles teams won their matches in three sets for the Rochester boys tennis team in a 3-2 road

Reinartz beat Eli Mattern 6-3, 6-1. The No. 1 doubles team of Harrison Dunwoody. Brady Morgan rallied to beat Dillon Pence and Clay Schepley 3-6, 6-0, 6-1. The No. 2 doubles team of Carter Merideth and Ashton Musselman topped Karson McKenzie and T.J. Tracey 5-7, 6-3, 6-1.

Reinartz cruised to a straightsets win at No. 1 singles. The Rochester boys tennis team lost to conference and sectional rival Manchester 3-2 Sept. 10.

Rochester’s other point came from the No. 2 doubles team of Carter Merideth and Ashton Musselman, who beat Milo Hupp and A.J. Weaver 6-2, 6-1.

Cross Country

The Rochester girls cross-country team finished eighth at the Maconaquah Invitational Saturday. Participating runners included: Allyson Calloway, Brooklyn Chandler, Adison Hayes, Kadence Bradley and Emah Bradley. The Rochester boys had an incomplete team. Runners included Reece Johnson, Leandro Javier and Hayden Shuck.

LYNDSEY BROOKS

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The deadline for ordering from the soap sales and trash bags fundraiser by the Fulton Liberty Lions Club is Saturday, Sept. 20.

Stop by the Fulton Public Library or Fulton Post Office to pick up an order form or you may call Lions members Beth Burton (574) 857-6750 or Janet Tuley (574) 835-6920. They can help you order and provide detailed information on the products available.

The pick-up date will be from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Fulton Community Center.

Fulton Park receives playground equipment

During June’s Fulton Liberty Lions Club meeting, it came to light that the Caston School Corporation was getting ready for demolition of the decades-old playground just south of the elementary school gym as soon as a new grant-funded play area was built.

Member Linda Wade inquired about the status of a small slide set with Superintendent Angie Miller who replied, “It’s yours for no cost, and your club will need to remove it.”

That revelation created a high level of excitement to possibly get more of the equipment with a promise from members to facilitate this through manpower and equipment. Later, when Lions Wendell Burton and Dave Fincher met with Miller, the green light was given to get any and all and so they did. It has been an amazing two months as a number of volunteers and multiple tractors and earth-moving and digging equipment invaded the Caston

grounds and eventually Fulton Park. All in all, the Liberty Township Park finally is ready to go with five new pieces: the 25-foot silo, the dome-shaped climber, the merry-go-round, the small two slides piece, and teeter-totters. Several sling seats for swings and many safety mats were also acquired.

Pea gravel was donated by an anonymous source for ground cover. Some play pieces were passed on to the Grass Creek Lions Club. This wonderful gesture extended to the communities was unexpected, but very appreciated.

To celebrate the accomplishments of many of the Lions Club members, and willing community volunteers, there will be a grand opening at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, at Fulton Park, located at the end of East Davis Street, Fulton.

The ribbon cutting will be cut near the silo slide by representatives involved in this project. Refreshments will be available, and of course, fun for kids.

Community members assisting were: Jake Woolover, Kent Burton, Diane Zimpleman, Jim Walsh, Ryley Williams, Scott Fred, and Eli Fred.

Lions Club members working were: Wendell Burton, Beth Burton, Dave Fincher, Phil Frye, A.J. DePyper, Brian Richter, Eric Walsh, Linda Fincher, Lori Gibson, Linda Wade, and Bill Spangler.

NEW GROUND COVER — The playground at Fulton Park received a fresh layer of pea gravel from an anonymous donor. Phil Frye is shown spreading the gravel. Photo provided by Linda Wade.

TEETER-TOTTERS SET IN PLACE — Wendell Burton, left, and Dave Fincher set teeter-totters in place at Fulton Park. They were donated by Caston School Corporation.

Photo provided by Linda Wade.

25-FOOT SILO — A 25-foot silo was set into place at Fulton Park. It was donated by Caston School Corporation. Photo provided by Linda Wade.